2009 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Ranger 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 29 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ranger weights approximately 326 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester.
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 Ranger (330 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2011 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ranger | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
