2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 354 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
