2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 424 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | E-250 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |