1998 Audi AL2 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi AL2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi AL2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1998 Audi AL2. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi AL2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 767 kg more than 1998 Audi AL2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi AL2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi AL2. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi AL2.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Audi AL2 2012 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model AL2 Legacy
Year Released 1998 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1199 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 74 HP 256 HP
Torque 115 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Weight 816 kg 1583 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2750 mm