2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 283 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 2009 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, 2009 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 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 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. 2009 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2009 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model A4 Legacy
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 8.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 213 km/hour 246 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 6.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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