2006 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 5 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2006 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (334 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |