2007 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek

To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,693 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek.

Because 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Tacoma 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
Make Toyota Subaru
Model Tacoma XV Crosstrek
Year Released 2007 2013
Body Type Pickup Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2693 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 16 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 159 HP 146 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95 mm 90 mm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5290 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1986 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1615 mm
Wheelbase Size 3250 mm 2635 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.4 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 8.9 L/100km


 

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