2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Saab 9-4X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Saab 9-4X would be higher. At 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Saab 9-4X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 9-4X | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 9-4X | Outback |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
