2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Audi RS6

To start off, 2010 Audi RS6 is newer by 3 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 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi RS6 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2007 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, 2010 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Legacy 2010 Audi RS6
Make Subaru Audi
Model Legacy RS6
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 4991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 572 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 650 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 237 km/hour 280 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 4.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 2028 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 14 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 80 L


 

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