2007 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 1 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 76 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 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 Subaru Impreza (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3. 2007 Audi A3 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. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A3 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A3 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |