2005 Ford Escort 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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escort | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Outback |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |