2012 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A4 | 1999 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1829 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
