2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Subaru Outback

To start off, both 2009 Audi Q7 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback.

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 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 830 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q7 2009 Subaru Outback
Make Audi Subaru
Model Q7 Outback
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5934 cc 2455 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 494 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 1000 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 16.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1750 mm


 

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