2004 Opel Astra vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2004 Opel Astra 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (166 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Opel Astra (281 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Astra | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
