2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 10 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 743 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Outback | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2881 mm |
