2012 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 651 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Subaru Outback | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Outback | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 966 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 115 L |
