2011 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. 2011 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Outback | 2010 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Outback | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
