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 2,393 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 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. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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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 | 2393 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |