2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Brooklands. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Brooklands | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 774 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
