2009 Infiniti EX vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti EX would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 77 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti EX | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | EX | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
