2009 Subaru Outback vs. 2009 Renault Sandero
To start off, both 2009 Subaru Outback and 2009 Renault Sandero were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 522 kg more than 2009 Renault Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Sandero. 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Sandero. 2009 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Sandero has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Sandero 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 | 2009 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Outback | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
