2001 Subaru Outback vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, both 2001 Subaru Outback and 2001 Suzuki Vitara were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2001 Subaru Outback (282 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm). This means 2001 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. 2001 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Outback | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Outback | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
