2007 Renault Trafic vs. 2001 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 Subaru Outback.
Because 2001 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Trafic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Trafic | 2001 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Trafic | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
