2004 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A6 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model A6 Legacy
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 180 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 1638 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.2 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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