2002 Audi RS6 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 RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2013 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi RS6 2013 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model RS6 Legacy
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 91 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.9 seconds 9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1611 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1505 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km


 

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