2009 Audi A6 vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
