1997 Nissan President vs. 2001 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2001 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan President weights approximately 400 kg more than 2001 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1997 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan President | 2001 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | President | Outback |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |
