2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 123 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Forester | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
