2003 Acura CL vs. 2008 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. 2003 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Acura CL | 2008 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | CL | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |