2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 579 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. 2010 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Colorado | Outback |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |