2006 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 700 kg more than 2010 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
