2006 Ford GT vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester. 2003 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2006 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford GT | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | GT | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
