2007 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback. 2007 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Five Hundred | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Five Hundred | Outback |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |