2008 Audi S6 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 S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (305 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 2008 Audi S6 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 S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi S6 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S6 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |