2010 Audi S5 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi S5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi S5 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi S5 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S5 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4625 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2625 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
