2011 Subaru Outback vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 6 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
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 Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Subaru Outback | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Outback | Colorado |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |