2005 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 189 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape. 2011 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escape | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
