2004 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
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, 2004 Audi A6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
