2024 Subaru Outback vs. 2024 Ford Edge
The 2024 Subaru Outback vs 2024 Ford Edge | Haldeman Subaru
When it comes to versatile, family-friendly vehicles that offer both utility and performance, the 2024 Subaru Outback and the 2024 Ford Edge are two top contenders in the midsize SUV category. Both vehicles are designed to meet the needs of active families and individuals who require a reliable, comfortable, and capable vehicle. In this comparison, we will explore the utility, safety, and performance of the Subaru Outback and the Ford Edge, highlighting the features and benefits of each. With this comparison we’ll find out which vehicle is truly best-in-class for midsize SUVs.
Total Utility
The 2024 Subaru Outback is renowned for its exceptional utility, blending the ruggedness of an SUV with the comfort and drivability of a car. It offers ample cargo space, with 32.5 cubic feet behind the rear seats and expanding to 75.7 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down. This is complemented by its low load floor, making it easy to pack and unpack heavy items. The Outback also features roof rails with integrated crossbars, providing additional cargo carrying capacity for items such as bikes, kayaks, or luggage. The interior is designed with practicality in mind, offering numerous storage compartments and a rear-seat reminder to ensure nothing is left behind. In contrast, the 2024 Ford Edge also offers substantial cargo space, with 39.2 cubic feet behind the rear seats and expanding to 73.4 cubic feet with the seats folded. While the Edge provides a slightly larger initial cargo area, it lacks the versatile roof rail system that comes standard on the Outback. The Edge's interior is spacious and comfortable, but the Outback's combination of interior space, integrated roof rails, and practical design elements give it a slight edge in overall utility.
Safety Features
Safety is a paramount consideration for many car buyers, and both the 2024 Subaru Outback and the 2024 Ford Edge offer comprehensive safety features to protect occupants. The Outback comes standard with Subaru's EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, which includes adaptive cruise control, lane departure and sway warning, lane-keeping assist, pre-collision braking, and throttle management. The Outback also offers additional safety features such as blind-spot detection with rear cross-traffic alert and reverse automatic braking. These features work together to provide a robust safety net for drivers and passengers alike. The Ford Edge also boasts an impressive array of safety features, including Ford Co-Pilot360, which features pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking, blind-spot information system, lane-keeping system, and a rearview camera. The Edge also offers adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and lane centering, enhancing its safety profile. However, the Subaru Outback's standard EyeSight system, combined with its comprehensive suite of additional safety features, makes it the safer choice, providing a more extensive range of standard safety technologies.
Overall Performance
Performance is another critical area where the 2024 Subaru Outback and the 2024 Ford Edge show their strengths. The Outback offers two engine options: a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine producing 182 horsepower and a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine delivering 260 horsepower. Both engines are paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and Subaru's renowned Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system, which provides excellent traction and stability in various driving conditions. The Outback's off-road capabilities are further enhanced by its 8.7 inches of ground clearance and X-MODE, which optimizes engine output and transmission ratio for better control on slippery surfaces. The Ford Edge offers two engine options as well: a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with 250 horsepower and a 2.7-liter V6 engine producing 335 horsepower in the ST model. Both engines are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive is available as an option. While the Edge offers more power in its higher trims, the Outback's combination of fuel efficiency, standard all-wheel drive, and off-road capability make it a more versatile performer for a variety of driving conditions.
In conclusion, the 2024 Subaru Outback and the 2024 Ford Edge are both excellent midsize SUVs that offer a range of features to meet the needs of modern drivers. However, when it comes to utility, safety, and performance, the Subaru Outback holds a slight advantage. Its superior utility with integrated roof rails, extensive standard safety features, and versatile performance capabilities make it the better choice for those seeking a reliable and capable vehicle for both everyday use and outdoor adventures. Want to try out the 2024 Subaru Outback for yourself? You can contact our dealership in Hamilton, NJ by phone or online, or visit us in person to get behind the wheel! You can also browse our available inventory online to see what we currently have in stock.
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