2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 746 kg more than 2009 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 (447 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (231 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2379 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
