2001 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saab 05-Sep | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 05-Sep | Outback |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
