2011 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1021 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback. 2010 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2010 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Subaru Outback | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Outback | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 2027 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |