2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 382 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Freestar | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Freestar | Outback |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |