2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 8 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 21 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback. 2002 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai ix35 has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai ix35 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Subaru Outback | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
Model | Outback | ix35 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |