2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford C-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Forester | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2788 mm |
