Subaru Outback 2003 vs Lexus RX 2003
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Estate car / wagon | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual/Automatic | Automatic | |
| Subaru Outback is available with both manual and automatic gearboxes, whereas Lexus RX is available only with automatic gearbox. | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Subaru Outback is available only with four wheel (4x4) drive, while Lexus RX can be equipped with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive. All-wheel drive models tend to consume more fuel, so if you don't need off road capabilities, Lexus RX also offers 2-wheel drive versions for fuel economy. 2WD versions also have lower maintenance costs. | |||
| Engines: | 2.5 - 3.0 (petrol) | 3.0 - 3.5 (petrol, hybrid) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol engines. Lexus RX is available also with hybrid engines. Hybrid engines offer superior fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared to conventional engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 165 - 250 HP | 204 - 272 HP | |
| Torque: | 226 - 339 NM | 242 - 342 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.5 - 10.9 seconds | 7.6 - 9 seconds | |
| In general, Lexus RX are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Subaru Outback. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.5 - 10.5 | 8.1 - 12.2 | |
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Subaru Outback petrol engines consumes on average 2.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than Lexus RX. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.75 m | 4.74 m | |
| Width: | 1.77 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.56 m | 1.68 m | |
| Subaru Outback and Lexus RX are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 459 litres | 490 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1649 litres | 2130 litres | |
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Lexus RX has more luggage space. Subaru Outback has 31 litres less trunk space than the Lexus RX. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Lexus RX (by 481 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 12.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Subaru Outback is 1.4 metres less than that of the Lexus RX, which means Subaru Outback can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 1`944 kg | ~ 2`422 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`495 kg | ~ 1`847 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 449 kg | ~ 575 kg | |
| Subaru Outback load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 28 procentiem less than Lexus RX. Therefore, Lexus RX is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
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| Average price (€): | 2400 | 4800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 9.0/10 | 9.4/10 | |
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