1996 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 17 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Outback. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Outback.
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, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Outback. (221 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Outback. 2013 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. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Subaru Outback | 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Outback | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 376 HP |
Torque | 221 Nm | 543 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |