2008 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback. 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 A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 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 | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
