2009 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
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2009 Saab 05-Sep | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Saab | Subaru |
Model | 05-Sep | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |