2006 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 102 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A6 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |