1997 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
