2007 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2007 Honda Civic and 2007 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Outback |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |