2009 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 566 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (303 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Escape | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escape | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |