2004 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 178 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Outback (335 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Jetta | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
