2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (330 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Outback |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2999 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |