2004 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 224 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback. 2004 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touran | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Touran | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
