2009 Subaru Outback vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2009 Subaru Outback and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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 (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Subaru Outback | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Outback | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |