2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1996 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 28 kg more than 1996 Ford Falcon.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester. 1996 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 1996 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Forester | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 3707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
