2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 192 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Silverado | Outback |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |