2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Avensis. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
