2002 Rover 25 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 25 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Rover 25. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 538 kg more than 2002 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Rover 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Rover 25 | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | 25 | Outback |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |