2009 Audi A5 vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A5 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
