2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 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 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2000 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Outback | A6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
