2004 Ford Five Hundred 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 Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Because 2008 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, 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, 2008 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Five Hundred | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |