2004 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
