2006 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 73 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback.
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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escape | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
