2012 Toyota Sienna vs. 2001 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 535 kg more than 2001 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Sienna | 2001 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Sienna | Outback |
Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1791 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |