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 1 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 57 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
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 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 135 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 | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |