2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
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 Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Q5 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
