2004 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 7 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 54 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback.
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, 2011 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Outback | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Outback | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
