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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP @ 4500 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. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 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 | 1798 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
