2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Impreza | A3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
