2002 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 489 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (227 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A8 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
