2012 Subaru Impreza vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A5 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 75 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza. 2009 Audi A5 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. 2009 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Subaru Impreza | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Impreza | A5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
