2002 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
