2006 Ford F-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 F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | F-250 | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2457 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 64 L |