2009 Subaru Outback vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 580 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (215 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback. 2009 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2015 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
