2005 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2005 Audi S8 and 2005 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S8 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S8 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1608 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
