2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 6 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 970 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. 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 2011 Ford E-250. 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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Forester | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 125 L |
