2006 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2006 Audi A4 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |