2007 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 128 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
