2006 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 232 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
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 Subaru Outback (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Outback | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Outback | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |
