2006 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 377 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Subaru Outback (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
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2006 Subaru Outback | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Outback | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |