2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 855 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Sierra | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Sierra | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2660 mm |