2005 Acura CL vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | CL | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
