1999 Venturi 400 vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 509 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback. 2010 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1999 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1999 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Venturi 400 | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Venturi | Subaru |
| Model | 400 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2741 mm |
