2009 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 4 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 81 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 70 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |