2005 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 256 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (339 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Outback 2010 Toyota Tundra
Make Subaru Toyota
Model Outback Tundra
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 5663 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 381 HP
Torque 339 Nm 544 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.2:1 9.8:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1588 kg 1332 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 3710 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 100 L


 

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