2005 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Subaru Outback Sport and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 105 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Outback Sport | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Outback Sport | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
