2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Outback weights approximately 356 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (208 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fiesta | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
