2000 Subaru Outback vs. 2005 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Outback (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Outback weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. 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, 2000 Subaru Outback (282 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Outback | 2005 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Outback | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
