2009 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2002 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2002 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2002 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2002 Subaru Legacy
Make Audi Subaru
Model A6 Legacy
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 430 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2640 mm