2009 Ford Maverick vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Maverick weights approximately 142 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester.
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, 2004 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Maverick | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Maverick | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
