2006 Subaru Outback vs. 2004 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Avalon. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Subaru Outback (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Avalon.
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2006 Subaru Outback | 2004 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Outback | Avalon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |