2006 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1421 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escape | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1994 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
