2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LaCrosse | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
