1999 Subaru Outback vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Outback. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Outback | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
