2009 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 112 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 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |