2002 Skoda Superb vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2002 Skoda Superb and 2002 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Superb. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Skoda Superb. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Superb. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Superb. (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Superb | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Superb | Outback |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
