2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1366 kg more than 2000 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Freestyle | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
