2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (229 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Aveo | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
