2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 1 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 2,498 cc, 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 466 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback.
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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Defender | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1592 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
