2008 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (168 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 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 Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
