2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |