2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 6 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza. 2012 Audi A8 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. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Impreza | A8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
