2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 338 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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 Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus X | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Taurus X | Outback |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |