2007 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 57 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback. 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 2011 Honda Accord. 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 (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Outback | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Outback | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
