2008 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Outback Sport | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Outback Sport | Prius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |