2004 Audi RS6 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 RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | RS6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
