2005 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Outback | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Outback | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |
