2009 Audi R8 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 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 250 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2011 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | R8 | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |