2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 537 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
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 Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Equinox | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
