2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 418 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Explorer | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |