2002 Dodge Durango vs. 1996 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Outback. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Durango weights approximately 565 kg more than 1996 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Outback. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Durango | 1996 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Durango | Outback |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
