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 (268 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (212 HP). 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 370 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 (337 Nm) has 52 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 |
| 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 | 268 HP | 212 HP |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
