2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 710 kg more than 2001 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2001 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Suburban | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
