2012 Subaru Impreza vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. 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 A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Audi A4 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. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Subaru Impreza | 2007 Audi A4 | |
Make | Subaru | Audi |
Model | Impreza | A4 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |