2005 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport.
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, 2005 Audi A6 (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A6 | 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |