2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (166 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (349 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Impreza | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
