2006 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (285 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
