2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 28 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback.
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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick. 2002 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Outback | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
