2003 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 1 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 134 kg more than 2003 Ford Escape. 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape. 2002 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Escape 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:
2003 Ford Escape | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escape | Outback |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |