2009 Audi R8 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (250 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 738 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | R8 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
