2009 Ford Flex vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex 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 Flex.
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 Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Flex | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |