2002 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. Both 2002 Audi R8 and 2013 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1609 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.

Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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 R8 (698 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi R8 2013 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model R8 Legacy
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 610 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 698 Nm 335 Nm
Drive Type AWD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 1 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2 kg 1611 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1505 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2750 mm


 

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