2007 Audi RS4 vs. 1998 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Legacy.
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 RS4 (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 1998 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | RS4 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
