2006 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Outback. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 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 A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Outback. (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |