2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2001 Ford Mustang and 2001 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Outback weights approximately 78 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Outback. 2001 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2001 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Outback |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
