2004 Subaru Outback vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 8 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 846 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Subaru Outback | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | Outback | Titan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 140 L |