2008 Ford S-Max vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford S-Max 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 (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Ford S-Max. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford S-Max weights approximately 193 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford S-Max. 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford S-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford S-Max | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | S-Max | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
