2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2008 Ford Fiesta and 2008 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 308 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Subaru Outback (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fiesta | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
