2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2011 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Legacy | A5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
