2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Mondeo (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mondeo | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 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 Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |