2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 2008 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Expedition | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 64 L |
