2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 849 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Colorado | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1536 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 | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
