2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 4 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Subaru | Audi |
Model | Legacy | A8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |