2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | E-250 | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |