2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Mustang (326 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
