2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 636 kg more than 2005 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 Q7 (360 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Q7 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
