2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1103 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Silverado (488 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Silverado | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
