2004 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 276 kg more than 2012 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Frontier | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1555 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
