2009 Subaru Outback vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
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 Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (169 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 485 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
