2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (196 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |