2007 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger.
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 (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ranger | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 64 L |
