2011 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 6 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 279 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2005 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Audi R8 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | R8 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1252 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |