2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 829 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Express | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |
