2006 Ford Escape vs. 1999 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Outback weights approximately 246 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1999 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escape | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |