2005 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.

Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2013 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model A6 Legacy
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1505 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2750 mm


 

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