2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 179 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Silverado | Outback |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |