2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 581 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.

Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 2010 Subaru Outback
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Avalanche Outback
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5328 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 455 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1659 kg
Vehicle Length 5640 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1669 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 70 L


 

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