2004 Proton Impian vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2004 Proton Impian 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 351 kg more than 2004 Proton Impian. 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 Proton Impian. 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 Subaru Outback (225 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Impian. (140 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Impian | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Proton | Subaru |
| Model | Impian | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
