2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 689 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (215 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback. 2009 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Navara | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
