2008 Audi R8 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (266 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 73 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
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 R8 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
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2008 Audi R8 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | R8 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | 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 | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |