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 101 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 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 390 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 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 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 64 L


 

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