2008 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 366 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
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 S4 (410 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S4 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S4 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |