2008 Hyundai Azera vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Azera 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 432 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Azera. 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 Hyundai Azera (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
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2008 Hyundai Azera | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Azera | Outback |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |