2008 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |