Comparison - Ford Escape SE 2021 - vs - Subaru Outback Touring XT 2021

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Ford Escape SE 2021

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Mercury Mariner

Also called:

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

28,110

Updated:

28 Jan 2020

39,945

Updated:

23 Aug 2019

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2021

Total Seating:

Transmission:

8-speed Automatic

Continuously Variable-speed Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

18.50gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Star White metallic tri-coat

#FDFFFB

Rapid red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#E60E28

Agate Black Metallic

#303030

Oxford White

#E4E4E4

Bronze Fire Metallic

#B20F2A

Antimatter blue Metallic

#142F47

Iconic Silver metallic

#C7CAD0

Velocity BLUE metallic

#3A8EC6

Carbonized Gray metallic

#4F453E

Desert Gold Metallic

#D2CDB8

Color:

Cinnamon brown pearl

#3F2927

Abyss blue pearl

#2B4566

Crystal black silica

#000000

Magnetite gray metallic

#505666

Crystal white pearl

#E7E7E7

Autumn green metallic

#7C805D

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2021 Ford Escape's #10 ranking is based on its score within the Compact SUVs category. Currently the Ford Escape has a score of 7.9 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 26 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Good cargo capacity
User-friendly infotainment system
Well-balanced ride and handling

Cons
Cheap cabin materials
Transmission sometimes hunts for the right gear

By:

usnews.com

Ford has expanded the availability of the hybrid powertrain to the SE and SEL trims for 2021; it's now standard on the top-spec Titanium model. Elsewhere, adaptive cruise control and a traffic-sign recognition feature join the optional Co-Pilot360 Plus package; a hands-free power liftgate and memory settings for the driver's seat and exterior mirrors are now part of the Technology package; and a 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat, a keyless-entry keypad, and LED exterior lighting are now on the list of features in the Convenience package. A new 19-inch wheel design is optional on the Titanium model, and a Class II Trailer Tow package is now available on Escapes with the optional turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine.

Pros
Handsomely styled exterior, multiple powertrain options, safety tech comes standard.

Cons
Cheap interior on base models, rough-edged base three-cylinder engine, high starting price.

By:

caranddriver.com

For 2021 Hybrid powertrain now available on SEL trim.Traffic sign recognition added to models with adaptive cruise control.Minor shuffling of trim and package features.

Pros
Roomy and comfortable seating
Smooth ride quality
Easy-to-use controls
Available hybrid powertrain that gets around 40 mpg

Cons
Transmission's abrupt shifts
Lackluster handling

By:

edmunds.com

The 2021 Subaru Outback hangs on to its remarkably rugged stance as it grows more refined than ever.

Pros
Capable as ever
Big 11.6-inch touchscreen
A roomy interior
Excellent safety record
Rides very well

Cons
Careful styling
Moderate acceleration from base engine
Needs more small-item storage

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2021 Subaru Outback comes with a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. basic warranty, a 3 yr./ 36000 mi. roadside warranty, and a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. powertrain warranty.Adaptive LED headlights now standard on all trims.Seat-belt reminder standard for all passengers.Reminder to check rear seat added as standard safety feature.

Pros
Spacious cabin and smooth, comfortable ride
Optional turbocharged engine provides plenty of power
Loading the roof or cargo area is easier than in most SUVs
Above-average off-road ability

Cons
Big touchscreen is slow to respond and buries many controls in complicated menus
Slow acceleration from standard engine
Native voice recognition system isn't very accurate

By:

edmunds.com

The Outback was redesigned from the ground up for the 2020 model year, so for 2021 Subaru has made only three minor changes: Adaptive headlamps, a rear-seat reminder system, and a passenger's seatbelt warning light and chime are now standard across the lineup.

Pros
Ground clearance helps off-road or in snow,
spacious cabin,
tons of available tech.

Cons
Unhurried acceleration,
ho-hum driving dynamics,
indistinct exterior styling.

By:

caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

26.00mpg

23.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

31.00mpg

30.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Flat

Engine Size/Displacement:

1.50L

2.40L

Torque:

190ft-lbs

at 3 000rpm

277ft-lbs

at 2 000rpm

Horsepower:

181hp

at 6 000rpm

260hp

at 5 600rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

36.10Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

yes

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

181.30in

191.30in

Width:

74.10in

73.00in

Height:

66.10in

Ground Clearance:

8.70in

Front Track:

62.40in

61.80in

Rear Track:

61.80in

62.80in

Wheel Base:

106.70in

108.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.00

37.70

Rear Head Room:

39.30

39.10

Front Leg Room:

42.40in

42.80in

Rear leg room:

40.70in

39.50in

Front Hip Room:

55.20in

55.50in

Front Shoulder Room:

57.60in

58.10in

Rear Hip Room:

53.30in

54.80in

Rear Shoulder room:

56.00in

57.40in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

65.40cu.ft

75.70cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

3500lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

33.50cu.ft

32.50cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

18.60degrees

Angle of Departure:

21.70degrees

Curb Weight:

3474.00lbs

3937.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

1 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

Hands-Free Entry

Reverse Tilt Passenger Only Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Premium Cloth

Bucket Front Seats

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

4 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

6 -Way Manual Driver Seat Adjustments

Bucket front seats

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Premium Leather

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

8 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Driver Seat Thigh Extension

Rear Seats Features:

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Folding center armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Reclining Rear Seats

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Heated

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Single Zone Front Air Conditioning

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

Speed Sensitive Volume Control

USB With External Media Control

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

USB Connection

6 Total Speakers

Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

4 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

1 Subwoofer(S)

12 Total Speakers

576 Watts Stereo Output

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Alloy Wheels:

yes

Wheel size:

17 In.

18 X 7.0 In.

Wheels more:

Painted Alloy Wheels

Inside Mounted Spare Tire

Temporary Spare Tire

All Season Tires

Wheel Dimensions:

Width:

225.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R18

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated Front Disc

Front Ventilated Disc Brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Solid Rear Disc Brakes

Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Post-Collision Safety System

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Self-Leveling Headlights

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Options

Packages:

Equipment Group 200A

Ford Co-Pilot 360 Assist

Cold Weather Package

SE Sport Appearance Package

Convenience Package

Standard Model

Exterior Options:

Splash Guards (VP)

Front License Plate Bracket

Wheel Locking Lug Nuts (VP)

Panoramic Vista Roof

Daytime Running Lights (Fleet)

Body Side Molding - Crystal White Pearl

Door Edge Guards - Magnetite Gray Metallic

Body Side Molding - Cinnamon Brown Pearl

Door Edge Guards - Crystal Black Silica

Door Edge Guards - Autumn Green Metallic

Body Side Molding - Abyss Blue Pearl

Wheel Locks - Alloy

Wheel Lug Nut And Lock Set - Black

Body Side Molding - Magnetite Gray Metallic

Door Edge Guards - Crystal White Pearl

Body Side Molding - Crystal Black Silica

Splash Guards

Sport Grille - Turbo

Body Side Molding - Autumn Green Metallic

Trailer Hitch

Rear Bumper Cover

Door Scuff Protectors

Rear Gate Trim - Chrome

Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror W/Approach Lighting

Door Edge Guards - Cinnamon Brown Pearl

Interior Options:

8-Way Power Driver Seat (Fleet)

Cargo Area Protector (VP)

Easy Access Cargo Shade (VP)

Front And Rear Floor Liners

Wireless Charger

Woodgrain Interior Trim Kit

LED Upgrade - Dome Light

Cargo Net

Rear Seatback Protector

Sunshade

Footwell Illumination Kit

All-Weather Floor Liners

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Dark Earth Gray, premium cloth

#4B4744

Sandstone, premium cloth

#CBC2BE

Color:

Java Brown Nappa, premium leather

#594832

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Comparison - Ford Escape SE 2021 - vs - Subaru Outback Touring XT 2021

General

Also called:

Mercury Mariner

Also called:

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Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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