2002 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 193 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, 2002 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi A6 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model A6 Legacy
Year Released 2002 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1452 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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