2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2008 Ford Ranger and 2008 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 501 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback. 2008 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Ranger | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Ranger | Outback |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |