2007 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 118 kg more than 2007 Ford Maverick. 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick. 2009 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Maverick 2009 Subaru Outback
Make Ford Subaru
Model Maverick Outback
Year Released 2007 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2287 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 64 L


 

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