2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Corvette and 2004 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 77 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |