2007 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
