2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2009 Ford Fiesta and 2009 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Fiesta | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |