2001 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 19 kg more than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Aurora | Outback |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |