2008 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1194 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback. 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback. 2008 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 GMC Envoy | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Envoy | Outback |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |