1996 Subaru Outback vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 13 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Outback (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Outback weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Subaru Outback (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Subaru Outback | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Prius |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
