2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A3 (320 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
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2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A3 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 297 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |