2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (395 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang. 2009 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Mustang | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |