1996 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Outback (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Outback |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |