2008 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 398 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Outback |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 3600 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |