Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | |
Model | Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport | Audi A6 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6000 244 lb-ft@4000 |
supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 310 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 114.7 in | -11.6 in |
Length | 180.3 in | 193.9 in | -13.6 in |
Width | 68.5 in | 73.8 in | -5.3 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 57.8 in | 0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3175 lb. | 4045 lb. | -870 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 37.2 in | 3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.5 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.3 in | 2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.8 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.2 in | 56.3 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 37.4 in | -3.9 in |
Total Legroom | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -1.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 11.3 ft3 | 14.1 ft3 | -2.8 ft3 |
2010 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There is no lumbar support which makes it tough for drives over 2 hours. The seats could be better for its class. I think Subaru remedied this issue in the new body style, however. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review |
2012 Audi A6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 310hp 3.0L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very supportive seats, nice leather, great heated seats. see full Audi A6 review |
2012 Audi A6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 300hp 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat room is average, no better. see full Audi A6 review |