2009 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 119 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |