2009 Audi S6 vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2009 Audi S6 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S6 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2009 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S6 | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S6 | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |