2001 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 565 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza. 2012 Audi A4 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. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Impreza | A4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2809 mm |
