2003 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1995 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 A6 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
