2009 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 3 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 (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford C-Max. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2012 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Forester | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Forester | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2788 mm |
