2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A6. 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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Legacy | A6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2911 mm |
