2008 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |