2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback. 2003 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-250 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2680 mm |
