2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 154 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 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 Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mondeo | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
