2010 Subaru Impreza vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2010 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Subaru Impreza | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Impreza | A3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
