2005 Audi TT vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | TT | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
