2001 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2001 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
