Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Very high rating from Consumer Reports. Make recommended by son (for AWD) & friends. see full Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Subaru is known for building good quality cars for a good price. Their zero landfill plants make the WRX a more environmentally friendly decision than the Prius (even with only 25 MPG). And of course, their symmetrical AWD, which surprised even me. see full Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Supposed to be a good brand, good heritage. see full Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I like that they are actively involved in motor sports and support non-factory teams. I also like their reliability and use of flat engines see full Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Subaru has always had a reputation of being solid and reliable, and also of having the best AWD powertrain on the market. see full Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I like how Subaru advertises on television of love for a Subaru. Also Subaru has dealer sponsered events, which is a big plus! I love attending those events and chatting with other subaru owners. see full Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 293hp 2.5L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Rally proven with the road car looking similar enough to show the connection. see full Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Rally heritage is even evident in base model, no stick, no turbo, but still decent handling. Subaru has performed flawlessly through 4 winters with minus 40 degrees Celcius weather - very popular in Canada for obvious practical reasons. see full Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Sporty, reliability, safety, fun to drive see full Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
subaru community, known for reliability see full Subaru Impreza / Outback Sport review |
Toyota Tundra Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed 381-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed automatic RWD |
Toyota just makes a great vehicle. Their quality control at the factory is the best. see full Toyota Tundra review |
2007 | 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed 381-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Toyota builds very fine automobiles and trucks, the Tundra is no exception see full Toyota Tundra review |
2007 | 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed 381-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed automatic RWD |
Known for their reliability. see full Toyota Tundra review |
2007 | 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed 381-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed automatic RWD |
All Toyota products seem to be extremely reliable. see full Toyota Tundra review |
2005 | 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed 282-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
this is our 4th Toyota truck, all have been great. see full Toyota Tundra review |
2005 | 4dr Crew Cab 6ft bed 282-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Build quality is superior to others see full Toyota Tundra review |
2003 | 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed 245-horsepower 4.7L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
Tundra has an excellent reputation for quality see full Toyota Tundra review |