1998 Honda Life vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 640 kg more than 1998 Honda Life.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Subaru Outback (227 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Life | Outback |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 57 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |