2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Outback (154 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (330 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ranger | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
