2012 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi Q5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi Q5 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q5.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi Q5. 2010 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Subaru | Audi |
Model | Legacy | Q5 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |