2005 Ford FPV BF GT vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford FPV BF GT would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 305 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford FPV BF GT | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | FPV BF GT | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |