2007 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 28 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S4 | Outback |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |