2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,133 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (166 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza. 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Q7 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4133 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
