2003 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 147 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.
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, 2010 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Outback | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Outback | Outback |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
