2009 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | R8 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | 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 | 518 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 311 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |