2007 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Tahoe | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
