2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Outback | A4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
