2005 Lexus RX vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2005 Lexus RX and 2005 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Lexus RX. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback.
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, 2005 Subaru Outback (339 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (328 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus RX | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Lexus | Subaru |
Model | RX | Outback |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1844 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |