2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 884 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Expedition (475 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
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2004 Ford Expedition | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Expedition | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 297 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |