2009 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |