2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 7 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 785 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Express 2011 Subaru Outback
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Express Outback
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type Van Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 230 Nm
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2402 kg 1617 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1669 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 70 L


 

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