1997 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S8 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1997 Subaru Impreza. 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, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Impreza. 2010 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1997 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1997 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Audi S8 | |
Make | Subaru | Audi |
Model | Impreza | S8 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |