2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (242 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 456 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Odyssey | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
