2009 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (268 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 274 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. 2009 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Camry | 2011 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Camry | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
