2006 Subaru Outback vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 6 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 56 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 2012 Ferrari 599. 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Outback | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ferrari |
| Model | Outback | 599 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 105 L |
