2012 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 1999 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 1999 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | 1999 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Cruze | Outback |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
