2000 Audi S3 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 28 kg more than 2000 Audi S3.
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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
