2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 4 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1366 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
