2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |