2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 648 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback.
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, 2007 Audi Q7 (501 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Q7 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
