2008 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 409 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Edge. 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback. 2008 Ford Edge 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. 2008 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Edge | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Edge | Outback |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |