2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Outback (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Premacy | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 Weight | 1385 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
