1996 Audi RS2 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi RS2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi RS2 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi RS2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Audi RS2.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Audi RS2 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi RS2 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi RS2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi RS2 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | RS2 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
