2004 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 A8 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
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2004 Audi A8 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A8 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |