2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2004 Ford Five Hundred and 2004 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Subaru Outback (285 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Five Hundred | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |