2004 Audi RS4 vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2004 Audi RS4 and 2004 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 7 kg more than 2004 Audi RS4.
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 RS4 (450 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS4 | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | RS4 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
