1996 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 425 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A3 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A3 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |