2009 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
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2009 Audi A3 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A3 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |