2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Ranger. 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 (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger. 2005 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Forester | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1447 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
