2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 565 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Suburban | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
