2009 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 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 4,172 cc, 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 540 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 A8 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Audi A8 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 A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A8 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1994 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1855 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
