1999 Audi S8 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S8 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |