2006 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 851 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2013 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Outback | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Subaru | GMC |
| Model | Outback | Savana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
