2011 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 889 kg more than 1999 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-150 | 1999 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-150 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2379 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
