2009 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan GT-R would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
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 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan GT-R | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | GT-R | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3799 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
