2009 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 827 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Envoy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Envoy | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
