2009 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Outback Sport | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
