2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Avalanche | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
