2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 8,127 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (325 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1370 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (606 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Avalanche | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8127 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 606 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 64 L |
