2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 604 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500. 2011 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Fiat 500 | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 500 | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |