2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 608 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Colorado (258 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Colorado | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
