2006 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 101 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |