2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 524 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | F-150 | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | 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 | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 64 L |