2005 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2009 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 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 74 L |