2005 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (187 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 A6 (230 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2004 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model A6 Legacy
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 165 HP
Torque 230 Nm 225 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1710 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.1 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.3 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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