2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 642 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Explorer | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
