2006 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 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) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 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 A6 (330 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |