2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1996 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Outback. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1996 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 Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Outback. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1996 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Q7 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |
