2009 Audi A5 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 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 A5. 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 A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A5 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
