2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 855 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
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 Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Q7 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
