2001 Subaru Outback vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Outback would be higher. Both 2001 Subaru Outback and 2005 Subaru Outback are equipped with a 2,455 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 154 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, both vehicles can yield 223 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2001 Subaru Outback | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Outback | Outback |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |