2008 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 293 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
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, both vehicles can yield 335 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota RAV4 | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | RAV4 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
