2007 Subaru Outback vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota RAV4. 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback. 2012 Toyota RAV4 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. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Subaru Outback | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Outback | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |