2007 Audi S3 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Audi S3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S3 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 71 kg more than 2007 Audi S3.
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 S3 (350 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (340 Nm). This means 2007 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S3 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
