2007 Lexus LX vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Lexus LX 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 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LX (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 9 kg more than 2007 Lexus LX.
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 Lexus LX (445 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2007 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LX | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | LX | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |
