2012 Audi S5 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 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 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 2012 Audi S5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi S5 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S5 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
