2008 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 5 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback.
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 (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Outback | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Venza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
