2008 Audi S4 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 S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4. 2008 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
