1997 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 490 kg more than 1997 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sunny | Outback |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
