2009 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2006 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. 2006 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Subaru Outback Sport | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Outback Sport | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 231 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |