2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Trans Sport | Outback |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
