2006 Audi TT vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 88 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.

Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 TT (282 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi TT 2012 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model TT Legacy
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1786 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 282 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 1553 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.1 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 70 L