2005 Audi S4 vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S4 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
