2004 Ford F-250 vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1504 kg more than 2003 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 F-250 (476 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-250 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2939 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |
