2004 Audi RS4 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Audi RS4. (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi RS4. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS4 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | RS4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
