2006 Ford Territory vs. 2006 Subaru Forester

To start off, both 2006 Ford Territory and 2006 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 241 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.

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 Territory (380 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Territory 2006 Subaru Forester
Make Ford Subaru
Model Territory Forester
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3982 cc 2455 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 244 HP 227 HP
Torque 380 Nm 320 Nm
Engine Bore Size 92.3 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 180 km/hour 221 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1244 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.5 L/100km 10.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 60 L


 

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