2009 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A8 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
