2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 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 139 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 409 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford F-150 | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | F-150 | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
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 | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 64 L |