2001 Subaru Outback vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 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. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Outback.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 930 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Outback. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Outback | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Outback | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 1153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
