2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 9 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 60 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50. 2002 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Subaru | Mazda |
Model | Outback | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |