2008 Subaru Outback vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Outback | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Outback | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |