2005 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 Sport (225 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Outback Sport | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback Sport | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
