2009 Subaru Outback vs. 2005 Toyota Mark II
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 Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 173 kg more than 2005 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Subaru Outback (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback | 2005 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
