2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4.

Because 2005 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, 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 A4 (320 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2005 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Audi A4 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model A4 Legacy
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2455 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 163 HP
Torque 320 Nm 226 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 64 L