2006 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (250 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
