1996 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 323 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Elantra.
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1996 Hyundai Elantra | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Elantra | Outback |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1233 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |