2004 Honda HR-V vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2004 Honda HR-V and 2004 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (166 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 465 kg more than 2004 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Subaru Outback (225 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda HR-V | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | HR-V | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
