2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi A8 2000 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model A8 Legacy
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 247 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.3 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 75 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 64 L


 

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