2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2001 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Outback weights approximately 383 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 2001 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Taurus | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |