2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 112 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
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 Explorer (344 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2011 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Explorer | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
