2012 Subaru Impreza vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
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 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6. 2002 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Subaru Impreza | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Impreza | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 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 | 1535 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
