2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2013 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 598 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2013 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Yaris 2013 Subaru Outback
Make Toyota Subaru
Model Yaris Outback
Year Released 2007 2013
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1296 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 16 cylinders
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 121 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72.1 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.6 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Flex Fuel
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.5 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1608 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2050 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2740 mm


 

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