2000 Seat Salsa vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Salsa would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 47 kg more than 2000 Seat Salsa.
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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Salsa | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Salsa | Outback |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2791 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1617 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |