2001 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 496 kg more than 2001 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Impreza | A6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
