2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 319 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Falcon | Outback |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
