2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 148 kg more than 2010 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 191 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
