2005 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V. 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, 2008 Subaru Outback (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | CR-V | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1608 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
