2008 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
