2003 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (166 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 192 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 Ford Crown Victoria (361 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Outback |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
