2007 Subaru Outback vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2007 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
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2007 Subaru Outback | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Outback | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |