2011 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Taurus. 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 Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
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2011 Ford Taurus | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Taurus | Outback |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1536 kg |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |