2012 Chevrolet Orlando vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Orlando would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 109 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Orlando | Outback |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4652 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1836 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1633 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
