2007 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 349 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback. 2010 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Outback | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
