2010 Audi RS6 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi RS6 weights approximately 633 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 2010 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi RS6 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | RS6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 572 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
