2005 Lincoln Aviator 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 Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Aviator would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (302 HP) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 557 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | Aviator | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
