2004 Mazda Demio vs. 2008 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Demio.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda Demio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Demio | 2008 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Demio | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
