2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Murano (319 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Murano | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
