2004 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 277 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 A6 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A6 2010 Subaru Impreza
Make Audi Subaru
Model A6 Impreza
Year Released 2004 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2619 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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