2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,188 cc, 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 1993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
