2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Tundra | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Tundra | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
