2001 Subaru Outback vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 8 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 2009 Subaru Outback are equipped with a 2,455 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Outback weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Outback | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Outback | Outback |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| 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 | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 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 | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
