2003 Subaru Outback vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Caldina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Subaru Outback (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Outback | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
