2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy. 2011 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Subaru | Audi |
Model | Legacy | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |