2009 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2005 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 A8 (430 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (339 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A8 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
