2012 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Cube. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 345 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Cube. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Subaru Outback | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Outback | Cube |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1272 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
