2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 353 kg more than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester. 2000 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Galaxy | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
