2005 Subaru Outback vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Camry. 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 (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Outback | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
