2005 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Outback Sport 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 42 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 254 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Outback Sport | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback Sport | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
