2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 9 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback.
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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Outback | A8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
