2007 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A8 2010 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model A8 Legacy
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5202 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1565 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 4735 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1506 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 70 L


 

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