2007 Renault Trafic vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Trafic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Trafic would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 257 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Trafic | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Trafic | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
