2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 291 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2011 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ranger | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
