2002 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 656 kg more than 2009 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, 2002 GMC Sierra (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Sierra | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Outback |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
