2007 Audi S6 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2004 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2004 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S6 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S6 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
