2011 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Saturn LW. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Saturn LW. 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 2005 Saturn LW. 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, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn LW. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn LW. 2005 Saturn LW 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. 2005 Saturn LW will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Outback Sport | 2005 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Subaru | Saturn |
| Model | Outback Sport | LW |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
