2004 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi S4 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S4 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 339 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |