2007 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy. 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 A4 (330 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
