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Subaru Outback vs Porsche Cayenne – Differences & prices compared

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: Subaru Outback or Porsche Cayenne?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Subaru Outback has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37200 £, while the Porsche Cayenne costs 87000 £. That’s a price difference of around 49766 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Porsche Cayenne manages with 4 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.60 L. The difference is about 4.60 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Cayenne has a convincingly edge – offering 739 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 570 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.20 s. That’s about 6.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Cayenne performs distinct better – reaching 305 km/h, while the Subaru Outback tops out at 193 km/h. The difference is around 112 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Cayenne pulls significantly stronger with 950 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 698 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Subaru Outback is clearly perceptible lighter – 1643 kg compared to 2130 kg. The difference is around 487 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers evident more room – 772 L compared to 561 L. That’s a difference of about 211 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Outback performs minimal better – up to 1822 L, which is about 114 L more than the Porsche Cayenne.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Cayenne noticeable takes the win – 705 kg compared to 557 kg. That’s a difference of about 148 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Porsche Cayenne shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £87,000
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Porsche Cayenne

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 353 - 739 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4 - 12.2 L
  • Electric Range : 74 - 83 km
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Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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Porsche Cayenne

Few SUVs blend athletic poise and Teutonic precision like the Porsche Cayenne, putting genuine sports‑car feeling into a roomy, everyday package. If you want a practical family hauler that still makes you grin every time you merge, the Cayenne delivers — turning errands into an excuse for a spirited drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37200 - 41600 £
Price
87000 - 186400 £
Consumption L/100km
8.60 L
Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
74 - 83 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
193 g/km
co2
90 - 277 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
63 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1643 - 1676 kg
Curb weight
2130 - 2670 kg
Trunk capacity
561 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 772 L
Length
4870 mm
Length
4930 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1983 - 1989 mm
Height
1670 - 1675 mm
Height
1652 - 1698 mm
Max trunk capacity
1822 L
Max trunk capacity
1344 - 1708 L
Payload
524 - 557 kg
Payload
365 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
169 HP
Power HP
353 - 739 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.20 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 6 s
Max Speed
193 km/h
Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
Torque
252 Nm
Torque
500 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
124 kW
Power kW
260 - 544 kW
Engine capacity
2498 cm3
Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Porsche

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Is the Subaru Outback offered with different drivetrains?

The Subaru Outback is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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