2007 Audi RS4 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi RS4 (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | RS4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
