2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 138 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Xterra | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
