Q5 quattro vs Outback XT
Audi · Subaru
1/4 Mile winner
Outback XT
Beats the Q5 quattro by 0.09s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Outback XT beats the Q5 quattro by a hair, finishing 0.09 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Outback XT thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
268 hp
260 hp
0–100 km/h
6.2s
6.1s
Top speed
209 km/h
209 km/h
Engine
2.0L Turbo I4 MHEV
H4 Turbo
Fuel
Mild Hybrid
Petrol
Torque
400 Nm
376 Nm
Price
$53,000
$41,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Q5 quattro
Outback XT
100 m
6.364s
6.319s
1/8 mile
9.458s
9.394s
1/4 mile
14.334s
14.246s
1 km
26.137s
26.012s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Outback XT is $41,000 vs $53,000 for the Q5 quattro — a $12,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: Outback XT is 0.10s quicker (6.2s vs 6.1s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Q5 quattro or the Outback XT?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Outback XT is faster, beating the Q5 quattro by 0.09 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Q5 quattro vs the Outback XT?
The Q5 quattro hits 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds, while the Outback XT does it in 6.1 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Q5 quattro produces 268 hp; the Outback XT produces 260 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Q5 quattro tops out at 209 km/h, and the Outback XT reaches 209 km/h.
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