2004 Subaru Outback vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Outback would be higher. 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 11 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 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 Subaru Outback (225 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Outback | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Outback | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
