2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1376 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Fusion | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |