1996 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Subaru G3X
To start off, 2004 Subaru G3X is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Subaru G3X. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru G3X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Subaru G3X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru G3X 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, 2004 Subaru G3X 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, 1996 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru G3X. (173 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru G3X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2004 Subaru G3X | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | G3X |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
