2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 486 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
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2004 Dodge Durango | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Durango | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 226 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |