2003 Nissan Maxima vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2003 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
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2003 Nissan Maxima | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Maxima | Outback |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |