2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2007 Ford C-MAX and 2007 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 3 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford C-MAX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford C-MAX has manual transmission. 2007 Ford C-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford C-MAX | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | C-MAX | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
