2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 (320 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |