2009 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 640 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 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 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 2012 Subaru Impreza
Make Audi Subaru
Model A4 Impreza
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 895 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2624 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 64 L


 

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