2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
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 Subaru Impreza (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4. 2011 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Subaru | Audi |
Model | Impreza | A4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |