2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1996 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Outback. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Outback weights approximately 144 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Outback. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1996 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Avalanche | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
