2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 87 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Taurus (266 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Taurus | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
