1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Statesman | Outback |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
