2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2006 Audi RS4 and 2006 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi RS4 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2006 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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi RS4 | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | RS4 | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |