2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 838 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impreza | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2881 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
