2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 393 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Focus. 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Forester | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
