2008 Audi A5 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A5 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2012 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A5 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
