2008 Ford GT vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP) has 330 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 GT (678 Nm) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | GT | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
