2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2012 Ford Galaxy is newer by 7 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 379 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 2012 Ford Galaxy. 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, 2012 Ford Galaxy (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2012 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Forester | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1779 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
