2008 Audi R8 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 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 19 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (395 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | R8 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
