1998 Toyota Sienna vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 46 kg more than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Sienna | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Sienna | Outback |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1659 kg |
