2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (222 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. 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 Subaru Impreza (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |