SUBARU OUTBACK IN THE SNOW - OFF ROAD WITH A FORD BRONCO - Subaru Outback Wilderness VS Ford Bronco 

Thanks for watching! I worked hard on making this video, If you enjoyed it please consider hitting the Like button and Subscribing here www.youtube.com/@NorthShoreOverland?sub_confirmation=1

The station wagon is by far the most impressive vehicle in this exercise.

Pretty impressive show from the Outback imo. Especially with those tires, seemed like that was what was holding it back more than anything else. I bet with a set of snow or winter-rated ATs it would handle that trail with no problems at all.

Pretty impressive for the Wilderness considering it has stock tire

You have to drive the Outback differently. Keep throttle pedal pressure and let the computer find traction. Most people instinctually lift off when there’s wheel spin but that’s opposite of what you should do. If there’s traction to be found the car will find it

Hahahaha, Jessy and his sprawled out moment to help push the car away. Way too funny!! 😂 I'm still thoroughly impressed with that Subie, no doubt! We gotta take that Bronco to some real fun and technical trails 😉

Where the Subaru was having the tough time making the corner, the snow reminds me of the temps just above freezing where it’s that wet watery type of snow but the temps are also just cold enough that it won’t slush up or melt. Always makes for a fun time getting traction

Great story for today!! thank u guys i ll keep tune!!

It's all about Ground Clearance and the Right tires

One thing that I have admired on the Bronco that I wish the Outback had available is the 7 speed manual option with crawler gear. That would really make the outback even more capable.

How fun. Thanks for sharing.

Massive likes here on your beautiful channel. Thanks for sharing that snow scenery

Both vehicles did this test run with less than ideal tires. The Bronco ran mud tires which are okay, particularly in fresh snow. The Outback looked like it was running on all-season tires which is even more less than ideal. Impressive results none the less, however proper tires are everything even for 4x4's and all-wheel drive vehicles when you take them off-road. That also includes the smallest size wheels, and the most tire wall for a given tire size to allow room for airing down in mud, snow and sand conditions.

Nice vid, man! Great content, as usual

This was a good video! You guys had too much fun!

Fun stuff. More of both please! -Current Gen 5 Outback owner -Current FJ Cruiser Owner -Future Bronco Sasquatch owner.

Also. Trail turn assist!! You'll love it. Have one of your kids dig through the menu, you can shut off the alarm that goes off when backing up. :)

Yeah, I can’t wait to get more snow now!

I have a 2009 Forester with a 5 speed manual on General Grabber AT2's and it rocks in the snow!

Awesome, guys!!!

eye opening vid! my choice has been made. thanks.

Yes it's all about tires. I have a 16' Outback with aggressive snow tires that are great in the winter for some light off-roading.

I like it very entertaining and fun Thanks to all.

two VERY capable machines.. nice! the bronco has a massive advantage for multiple reasons, but it would be amazing to own both.. the subaru for the whole family + overlanding, and the bronco for 2 people to enjoy harder off-road challenges

Have this exact Bronco and love it but used to own a stock Rubicon and let's just say there are levels to this...

I cant wait to buy my bronco

I love this! I have a 22 Outback Wilderness, stock, and hubby just bought a 22 Bronco Wildtrak 2 door! We plan on doing part of the Trans America Trails in the fall. Trying to sell my Shelby to free up money to outfit the Subie and Bronco. Awesome video!

i think the subaru is plently capable, just a different level compared to the Bronco. it's like comparing 2 professionals of different sports in my opinion.

Nice ride !

Go on and make a few more of these. It's fun to see

Love your videos! Love seeing that bronco in action. One super tiny thing I'll say, I love hearing the crunching snow, the sound of your engine, and your dialogue way more than the music. This video without music would be perfect, or at least without music during times that you have audio available. Just my two cents though. Either way, I'll keep watching the vids. Keep it up!

That's how real off roaders deal with obstacles

Nice work!

Even if I ordered an Outback I'm very impressed with the Bronco.

Toyo AT III....yes.

Nice video boys! looks like a good time. Not sure why I didn't get the invite with my Mitsubishi Mirage LOL

i think it wouldve been a little sketchier in the tight spots with a 5 door bronco. id love to try something like this with my forster, but offroad driving in germany is not allowed...

The only thing the Subaru needs is tires and a driver mod. Great demonstration of why tires matter!

Fires up the $3,000 4x4 work truck with the air bags disconnected, won't say hold my beer cause I'll definitely be holding it, however I may say watch this. I'll never sell it for that among other reasons. Can't wait to get a bronco. We need a lift and tire video, thing looks awesome now 🍻

The Subaru did better than I expected, but the bronco...didn't break a sweat.

That Subaru did great for having little more than street tires!

Where'd you get the Hans Zimmer music?

The Mule got some new boots! Looks good. Stock Badlands lift still?

Pretty hard core

Tuned in to watch the Subaru but wound up impressed with that Bronco and finally get to see it in 2 door model.

It's more a driver and tire issue on the Outback side ;-) But after seeing this, I would really want a Bronco as it is must nicer imo than a Jeep or a 4Runner. Ford did a great job!

Once he gets some snow rated a/t tires and maybe a small lift on the subi he will be in business.

Subaru + Nokian winter tires = 🤯🤯🤯

Subarus do good in snow. Obviously ground clearance is an issue for serious off road use. They lose head gaskets around 100k. Notorious. But other than that there is not a more capable AWD car on the planet. I wish I trusted the ecoboost engine in the Bronco. But I don’t. What a cool rig. Being able to change quarter panels and grills, etc. That’s awesome!

The black cladding on the Outback definitely did it´s job there. Thanks for the vídeo. I enjoyed it.

What offset do u have for your bronco shells. They look really nice !

Are the Geolander tires on the Subaru Outback Wilderness sufficient as winter snow tires then?

I have question in normal winter like now is this wilderness stock tire ok with it I mean is it safe to drive in urban¿

This was really just for amusing purposes anyway. :) The next time we get together I'm going to make sure and air down, have my traction boards readily accessible, and a few more tricks up my sleeve. Unfortunately, tires just aren't in the equation for now. Maybe next winter. I'm really not claiming the Baru can out off road the Bronco, I do enjoy pushing the Baru though especially in stock to see what it can and can't do (without wrecking it as it's our only daily driver at the moment) once we can get together more often we'll be sure to either talk a lot more smack about the other vehicles, or really focus on teamwork... Haven't decided yet. :) Also, you guys need to remember, Steph is the one editing all his videos with no input from me whats-so-ever so there is that bias point of view to consider. Haha!

Slubaru could use some traction boards next time 😅 Bronco didn’t even break a sweat 🤙🏼

Where in nb are you guys? I'm in fredericton with a lifted forester

I'm a Subaru guy. Also a Jeep guy, sold my TJ Rubicon to help pay for a Bronco. Super cool to see you guys out in the woods with a friendly rivalry. Thanks for the vid.

Put same tire on a Subaru as on bronco and it won’t get stuck anywhere. I had a 2005 legacy and I once pulled a suburban on 20 degree hill in snow.

Most impressive thing is when homeboy walks over and pulls a 6’ log out of the frozen tundra with his bare hands

It doesn't hurt that the Bronco has monster snow tires !

“Epic Music Plays”

I’m a ford guy, but this wasn’t even close to an even comparison. I’m not sure some of the other commentators were watching. The jeep is ok for what it is but he would be stranded if he was alone.

What one would you drive on the actual streets , where you will spend 90% of your time? Which one is a better road trip vehicle?

This is why the first thing I did was upgrade the tires of my obw

yay it didn't disappoint me! lol 😅 i just got me a forester wilderness today, will im actually picking it up tomorrow thank you for not tapping out lol btw first time watching your channel! im a new follower & subscriber! thank you for sharing this!

Does the Subie have snow tires like the Bronco?

My DIL has an outback . It's took a licking and kept on ticking . Seems to be holding up to her lol

Get z-cables for the Subby!

Does your cousin have all the bottom protective guards on the car? Or just the stock skid plate?

I like how your buddy thinks he can push off a tree sitting in a 4k lb car 😜 That Bronco sure looks sweet, but I really do love the Outback (I have an Onyx XT so I may be biased). Would love to see this test again with some meaty tires on the Subie.

I'd be interested to see the Subaru with equivalent AT tires on it. I have a 2013 with winter tires all year, but they don't have the tread of AT tires, and they do slip on steep, uneven terrain.

I'll have to place this game with my Jeep and the wife's Forester. The trails are looking nice with the snow cover. You'll have to make a video during a nice snowfall.

👍🏼👍🏼👏🏼💪🏻

What’s the offset on those wheels you have?

People saying how capable is the Subaru off road .......hmmm comparing with a Toyota corolla? 😂... The guys are awesome though.. cheers have fun!!

With the subaru u have to stay on the gas it's not like a 4x4 my subaru crosstrek would of went right through that but he did good I really like that 2 door bronco that thing is sick looking great video

Those GEO's are snow rated as I have them, there is no excuse for not airing down

When you still have to get the kids to school in the morning

Were those stock tires on the Bronco?

I wonder how it’s gonna do with more aggressive tires

Lucky he didn't break his arm!

With a better driver and better tires that Outback would have cruised through that snow. All in all, really cool video! My wife and I picked up a 2022 Outback Wilderness and although we dont have snow in FL, its been a great car on the sandy beaches!

Let’s just start with the tire comparisons. This is no where near an equal comparison.

Guess you should bring proper tyres for the Subi next time

Subie did well!

And the outback wilderness got front camera when you are driving offroad so you see what's ahead.

Watching these videos is not good for my blood pressure!😂

The guy with the tactical pants always wins! Right?

Great video! Just been looking for the new family car and I’ve landed on these two. The new bronco badlands Sas is pretty darn pricey more of a want, but that forester is like half the price and can almost do that course. Just a few after markets, lift, and tires it should do well out in almost majority of the challenges. You really put him through the ringer. If he had better tires and maybe a lift he would be able to crush more. It’s just those tight turns where the bronco out shines Subaru

He doesn’t even bother to but it in x mode!

I thought the wilderness came with better tires than that. Is there a crappy tire option I’m not aware of?

Subaru needs the torq locker and air down.

I have been looking at Tremors, Broncos, and despite the class difference, Wilderness, and I just ordered a Wilderness, because it is the best choice economically for a mostly commuter car that I will only be softroading with anyway. Id like to have a more capable OFF roader, but I can always get a used one down the road. Right now Broncos and Ranger Tremors and just too much money for what they will really do for me. I am also a Subaru guy and have gone everywhere with Subarus so I am used to the limitations, and the surprising capabilites too. On this model the most unfortunate fact is that you cannot put smaller wheels and larger tires on it, which would make more of a difference than any other mod if you could actually do it (Like 15 inch wheels and 30 inch tires). Currently you cannot go smaller than the stock 17 (Which at least isn't 18), and not much bigger than say, 29.5" and that is probably pushing it in some situations without further lift or wheel well carving. With more aggresive tires with higher sidewalls, aired down as needed, this model could eat a lot of trail more effectively. This was a very good test since it was so slippery that any sharp turn of the wheel instantly caused slippage in all wheels due to the added work. With smaller turns and lots of back and forths, it can do it, but the tires are the main deficit here. I saw no real articulation or 4x4 vs AWD tests here. Mostly just tire traction, and tire geometry. Nice Vid. I get my Outback in January, (or Feb. Mar. July) and one of the first things I want to do is take it to some local snow (a few hours away).. Funny, that is exactly the Bronco build I was making. 2 door Badlands, and I bet it is a Manual with the 2.3 as well. You lucky devil... Databyter

The Subaru not being able to engage all 4 wheels is the problem. Should be a mode for situations like this. The tires spinning and trying to figure it out just makes it worse digging yourself in or messing up what traction you had. You could of swapped tires between the two and the Subaru may of fared a little better, but the Bronco would still out do the Subaru because all 4 wheels are engaged.

Please do a re-run with better tires on the Subaru. Great video though 👍🏼.

I just called the wife over and said, "Honey, Look. We can't get the Subaru now..."

I think a lifted Crosstrek with AT tires would be a better match as it has a shorter wheel base. Still impressed with how far the Outback went though.

Slap some BFG KO2 tires on that Outback and it would be a beast.

My new Outback Wilderness is arriving any day now. It will never be in the same situation as the one in this video though. Nice to know how capable it is!

Here in Canadá they salle that subaru like must capable off roading car Lol.