1999 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. 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, 1999 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
