2004 Subaru Outback vs. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 725 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, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Outback | 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Outback | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 2281 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
