2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback Sport 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 (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Suburban (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Suburban | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
