2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 426 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | E-350 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
