2003 Subaru Impreza vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 284 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (300 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (285 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Impreza | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | Outback |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
