1996 Audi S6 vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 152 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.
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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S6 | Outback |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |