2007 Ford Edge vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 7 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Outback.
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, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Outback. 2007 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Edge | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
