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Outback XT vs Q5 quattro

Subaru · Audi

1/4 Mile winner
Outback XT
Beats the Q5 quattro by 0.09s
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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
260 hp
268 hp
0–100 km/h
6.1s
6.2s
Top speed
209 km/h
209 km/h
Engine
H4 Turbo
2.0L Turbo I4 MHEV
Fuel
Petrol
Mild Hybrid
Torque
376 Nm
400 Nm
Price
$41,000
$53,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Outback XT
Q5 quattro
100 m
6.319s
6.364s
1/8 mile
9.394s
9.458s
1/4 mile
14.246s
14.334s
1 km
26.012s
26.137s

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 (6.1s vs 6.2s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Outback XT or the Q5 quattro?

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 Outback XT vs the Q5 quattro?

The Outback XT hits 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds, while the Q5 quattro does it in 6.2 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Outback XT produces 260 hp; the Q5 quattro produces 268 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Outback XT tops out at 209 km/h, and the Q5 quattro reaches 209 km/h.

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