2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Expedition | Outback |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |