2009 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Subaru Outback Sport | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Outback Sport | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |