2012 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 984 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford F-150 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | F-150 | Forester |
Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |