2009 Audi A5 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5. 2009 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A5 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A5 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |