2009 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 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.
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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | R8 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |