2005 Audi A3 vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1999 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A3 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
