2010 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 302 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Audi A6 | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Outback |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4915 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2842 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |