2006 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (215 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A3 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
