2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 44 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Mustang (298 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 230 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1536 kg |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |