2004 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 306 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (285 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Outback | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Outback | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
