2006 Audi S4 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 S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 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 S4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi S4 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 S4 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S4 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 6.5 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 | 1880 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |