2004 Chevrolet Express 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 Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 856 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Express | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
