2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 193 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
