2001 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 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 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 422 kg more than 2011 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 (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy. 2001 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A8 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 65 L |
