2005 Audi S4 vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 432 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
