2011 Subaru Outback vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback.
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 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Outback | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Outback | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
