2008 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2011 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
