1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Subaru | Audi |
Model | Legacy | Q5 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |