2002 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 65535 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2625 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
