2008 Subaru Outback vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback 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. Both 2008 Subaru Outback and 2004 Subaru Outback are equipped with a 2,457 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 171 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback.
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 Subaru Outback (231 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Outback | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Outback | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
