2008 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3121 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
