2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1996 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Outback. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 163 kg more than 1996 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 Colorado (251 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Outback. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1996 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Colorado | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2640 mm |
