2009 Subaru Outback vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 281 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
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2009 Subaru Outback | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Outback | Camry |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |