2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2005 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 A6 (331 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (227 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model A6 Legacy
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 165 HP
Torque 331 Nm 227 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 79 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1451 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 64 L


 

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