2007 Subaru Outback vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 568 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Subaru Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Outback | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Outback | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
