2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. 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, 2004 Subaru Outback (285 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Forester | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 212 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
