2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 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 Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ranger | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
