2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Equinox | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 231 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |