2008 Acura TL vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 4 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | TL | Outback |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |