2003 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, both 2003 Audi A4 and 2003 Subaru R2 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (52 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Audi A4 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (63 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A4 | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | R2 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |