2006 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 497 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.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Outback | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Outback | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |