2011 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen T5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen T5 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 690 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.
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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Outback | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Outback | T5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
