1996 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 600 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback. 2002 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Range Rover | Outback |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
