2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 340 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, 2004 Subaru Outback (285 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | CR-V | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |