2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1996 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Outback. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (320 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Outback. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 1996 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Crown Victoria | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |