2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 352 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester.
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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Ranger | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |