2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 7 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 315 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Legacy | S5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 354 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
