2006 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2006 Audi S4 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 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 186 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S4 | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |