2001 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 183 kg more than 2001 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2001 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Audi A4 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |