2004 Audi A8 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 A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 2004 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2004 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A8 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model A8 Legacy
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 64 L


 

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