2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 544 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | E-350 | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |