2005 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
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.
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2005 Audi A6 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |