2006 Acura TL vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 2 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (166 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Acura TL.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | TL | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
