2004 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1137 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Outback | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Outback | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
