2006 Subaru Outback vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 758 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.

Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Subaru Outback 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Subaru Volkswagen
Model Outback Jetta
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 1967 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.9 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 2307 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.6 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.5 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 55 L


 

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