2001 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 358 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |