2005 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 5 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 Mustang. 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 Mustang (434 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
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2005 Ford Mustang | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Outback |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 229 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |