2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,155 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 511 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.
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 TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | TrailBlazer | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4155 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |