2011 Ford Fusion vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Fusion would be higher. Both 2011 Ford Fusion and 2012 Subaru Outback are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 39 kg more than 2011 Ford Fusion.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback. 2011 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Fusion | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fusion | Outback |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 1555 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
