2004 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (310 Nm). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
