2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (168 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (285 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model A4 Legacy
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 168 HP
Torque 285 Nm 225 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 1435 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.5 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.5 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L