2007 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2010 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
