2007 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
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 Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2003 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A4 | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |