1996 Subaru Outback vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Outback (165 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Outback. (221 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Outback. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1996 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 1996 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Subaru Outback | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Outback | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 221 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 103 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |