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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

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 (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2001 Audi A6 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model A6 Legacy
Year Released 2001 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 351 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 75 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1805 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L