2003 Subaru Outback vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Z 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 103 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Outback (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z. 2000 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Outback | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Outback | Z |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
