2004 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 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), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2004 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |