2001 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,005 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (414 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 382 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A8 (542 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A8 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6005 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
