2007 Acura RDX vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 3 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, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (285 Nm). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | RDX | Outback |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 285 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |