2005 Subaru Forester vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 65 kg more than 1990 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Subaru Forester (246 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Forester | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
