2000 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 2000 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1999 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
