2007 Nissan 1400 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 1400 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 1400 | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | 1400 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
