2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | F-150 | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 495 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 64 L |