2004 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 254 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2006 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
