2007 Subaru Outback vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 2 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. Both 2007 Subaru Outback and 2009 Subaru Outback Sport are equipped with a 2,457 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Outback | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Outback | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |