2001 Audi Avantissimo vs. 2001 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2001 Audi Avantissimo and 2001 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Outback. 2001 Audi Avantissimo has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi Avantissimo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Avantissimo | 2001 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Avantissimo | Outback |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
