2005 Audi TT vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (179 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 316 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi TT | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | TT | Outback |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |