2010 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 112 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Subaru Outback Sport | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Outback Sport | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1404 mm |