2009 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 538 kg more than 2010 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Forester | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Forester | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 4.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
