2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1734 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Excursion | Outback |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2741 mm |