2006 Subaru Outback vs. 2001 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 181 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Outback | 2001 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Outback | Soarer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |