2005 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 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, 2005 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |