2008 Honda Element vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 312 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Element. 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, 2004 Subaru Outback (225 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Element | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
