2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (213 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 197 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
