2001 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Outback weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2001 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Outback | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
