2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2003 Porsche Cayenne and 2003 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 995 kg more than 2003 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback. 2003 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | Cayenne | Outback |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4511 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |