2006 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Outback | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Outback | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
