2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 431 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Taurus. 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Forester | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
