2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (241 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 267 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Pathfinder | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1952 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |