2011 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Outback would be higher. Both 2011 Subaru Outback and 2013 Nissan ALTIMA are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 139 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Outback | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Outback | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
