2004 Honda Element vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 9 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Element | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1608 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
