2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 693 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | E-350 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1659 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
