2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Ford Galaxy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Galaxy (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 298 kg more than 2002 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Galaxy (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Galaxy | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Galaxy | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1683 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
