1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 418 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Durango | Outback |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2741 mm |
