2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 387 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | E-150 | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 388 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |