2007 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Subaru B

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru B would be higher. At 3,121 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru B (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Subaru B.

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, 2003 Subaru B (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2003 Subaru B
Make Audi Subaru
Model A4 B
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3121 cc 2999 cc
Horse Power 252 HP 389 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2680 mm


 

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