2006 Audi S3 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Audi S3.
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 S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S3 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1565 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
