2005 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 781 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (580 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (339 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Outback | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Outback | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 580 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |