2004 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Subaru Outback (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (196 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
