2008 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 505 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Outback |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 285 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |