2006 Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Wagon vs. 2006 Subaru Outback 3.0 R VDC Wagon
To start off, both 2006 Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Wagon and 2006 Subaru Outback 3.0 R VDC Wagon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback 3.0 R VDC Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 250 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback 3.0 R VDC Wagon weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Wagon.
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, 2006 Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Wagon (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback 3.0 R VDC Wagon. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback 3.0 R VDC Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Outback 2.5 XT Wagon | 2006 Subaru Outback 3.0 R VDC Wagon | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Outback | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |