2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 455 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A3 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
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 | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |