2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 870 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Expedition | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |