2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Outback. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Outback weights approximately 312 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Outback. (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Outback.
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2001 Ford Mustang | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Outback |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |