2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 Audi A6 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Subaru | Audi |
Model | Legacy | A6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |