2008 Subaru Outback vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 647 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback. 2008 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Outback | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Outback | Navara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
