2009 Audi S6 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (250 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S6 | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S6 | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |