2006 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 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 92 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.

Because 2007 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, 2007 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 2007 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. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2006 Audi A6 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model A6 Legacy
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3130 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 13.0:1 11.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 11.4 seconds
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 1375 kg
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 64 L