2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 67 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |