2002 Subaru Outback vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Outback | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
