2005 Subaru Outback vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Subaru Outback 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback 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 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 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 (339 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Outback | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Outback | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
