2007 Subaru Outback vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 5 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 930 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.
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, 2012 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Outback | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Subaru | Lexus |
| Model | Outback | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 84 L |
