2005 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 378 kg more than 2013 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, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Trooper | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Trooper | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
