2000 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2013 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A8 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
