2009 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A6 (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Outback | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
