2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 148 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback. 2009 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Tacoma | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
