2003 Subaru Outback vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Outback | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Outback | Tundra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3270 mm |