2006 Subaru Outback 2007 Buick CXL

When it comes to tackling deep snow and unpaved trails there are few vehicles as well-suited to the task as the Subaru Outback. While you can find more advanced all-wheel-drive systems, they are usually attached to much more expensive (and sometimes less reliable) SUVs. Unlike most part-time all-wheel-drive setups , the Outback's symmetrical all-wheel-drive system is always engaged, sending power to whichever tire or tires have the best traction. As for safety, the government gives the Subaru Outback five out of five stars in the front and side impact crash tests, and four out of five stars in its roof strength crash test. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) didn't test the Outback, but it did test the Outback's sister car, the Legacy Sedan, and gives it its best rating of Good in the frontal offset and side-impact crash test.