2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Ford Fairlane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fairlane (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2005 Ford Fairlane (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fairlane | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fairlane | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
