2005 Lincoln Zephyr vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Zephyr would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Zephyr (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr. (271 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr. 2005 Lincoln Zephyr has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Zephyr will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Lincoln Zephyr | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
Model | Zephyr | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |