2003 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 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), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 364 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback. 2003 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Subaru Outback | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Outback | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 223 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 | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |