2007 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1992 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
