2005 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Audi A6 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

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 A6 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model A6 Legacy
Year Released 2005 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 13.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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