2005 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (241 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (230 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
