2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Audi R8 | |
Make | Subaru | Audi |
Model | Legacy | R8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 316 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |