2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2003 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avalon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 191 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. 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 2003 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2003 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2003 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
