Skoda Superb 2015 vs Subaru Outback 2017
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.5 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Skoda Superb) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Subaru Outback) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 175 HP | |
| Torque: | 340 NM | 235 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9 seconds | 10.2 seconds | |
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Skoda Superb is more dynamic to drive. Skoda Superb engine produces 25 HP less power than Subaru Outback, but torque is 105 NM more than Subaru Outback. Despite less power, Skoda Superb reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 | 7.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.2 l/100km | 8.6 l/100km | |
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The Skoda Superb is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Skoda Superb consumes 3.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Subaru Outback, which means that by driving the Skoda Superb over 15,000 km in a year you can save 480 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Skoda Superb consumes 2.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Subaru Outback. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1460 km in combined cycle | 770 km in combined cycle | |
| 1600 km on highway | 950 km on highway | ||
| 1060 km with real consumption | 690 km with real consumption | ||
| Skoda Superb gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 149 mm (5.9 inches) | 200 mm (7.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Subaru Outback can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.86 m | 4.82 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.68 m | |
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Skoda Superb is larger, but lower. Skoda Superb is 4 cm longer than the Subaru Outback, 2 cm wider, while the height of Skoda Superb is 20 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 660 litres | 512 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1950 litres | 1848 litres | |
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Skoda Superb has more luggage capacity. Skoda Superb has 148 litres more trunk space than the Subaru Outback. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Skoda Superb (by 102 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Superb is 0.7 metres more than that of the Subaru Outback, which means Skoda Superb can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`085 kg | 2`100 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`445 kg | 1`592 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 640 kg | 508 kg | |
| Skoda Superb load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 21 procentiem more than Subaru Outback. Therefore, Skoda Superb is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | |||
| Subaru Outback scores higher in safety tests. The Subaru Outback scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | below average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 12 400 | 15 200 | |
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