2000 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2000 Audi A6 and 2000 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Outback weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6. 2000 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Audi A6 | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Outback |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |