2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 9 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 158 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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 (529 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 236 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |