2005 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 230 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1785 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
