2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 5 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q5 (270 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q5 weights approximately 382 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi Q5. (329 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Legacy | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
