1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 42 kg more than 1994 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1994 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 1994 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LeSabre | Outback |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
