2009 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Forester | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Forester | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
