Subaru WRX STI (305hp) vs Audi S1 Sportback (231hp) – Acceleration
In this video you will watch Subaru WRX STI (305hp) vs Audi S1 Sportback (231hp) Acceleration. Which, then, will be faster?
You can find more specs of Audi vs Subaru below!
Audi S1
Audi is known to be somewhat inconsistent with its performance models; some hit all the right notes and others completely miss the mark. The S1 is definitely one of Audi’s better recent efforts because it’s both fast and entertaining to drive.
The S1 doesn’t have any direct rivals because it combines big hot hatch performance (and price) with a small hot hatch footprint, but it’s a very easy car to recommend nonetheless. Performance is very strong indeed but it doesn’t come at the expense of traction, since the S1 uses Quattro all-wheel drive, like all of Audi’s S models.
It doesn’t come at the expense of usability either because driven at a gentler pace the S1 is among the calmer, more comfortable options in its size class, with relatively little road and wind noise and a pliant ride, and while the current generation A1 is now a seven year old car inside and out, the S1’s cabin is such a simple, considered design that it hasn’t really aged.
Given it’s also available as a five-door car (most rivals commit you to either three or five doors, but few offer the option of both) it can be surprisingly practical too. Some other options in this class are more exciting, but few have quite the mix of all-round abilities as the S1.
Specifications
ENGINE TYPE: turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 16-valve inline-4, aluminum block and cylinder head, port and direct fuel injection
DISPLACEMENT: 121 cu in, 1984 cc
POWER: 231 hp/6000 rpm.
TORQUE: 370 Nm/1600-3000 rpm.
Curb weight:1340 kg / 2954 lbs
Base price: $44,880
TRANSMISSION: 6-speed manual transmission
Top speed:250 km/h / 155 mph
Subaru WRX STI (305hp)
At first glance, the STI is visually similar to the WRX, but a closer look reveals that the STI subtly advertises its heightened capabilities with aggressive touches like deeper front air intakes, narrowed “falcon eye” headlights, burlier fenders and an oversized rear wing.
Power comes from a turbocharged 2.5-liter boxer four-cylinder that produces 305 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 290 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm. STI buyers will need to know how to drive stick – a slick-shifting six-speed manual is the only transmission available. It helps the sedan to accelerate from zero-to-60 mph in a claimed (and likely conservative) 5.1 seconds.
Brembo brakes bring the action to a halt, including four-piston calipers with 13.4-inch rotors up front, and two-piston calipers clamping 12.8-inch rotors at the rear.
Setting the WRX STI further apart from the standard WRX is its Multi-Mode Driver Controlled Center Differential mated to Subaru’s existing all-wheel-drive system. A planetary-type center differential delivers up a nominal 41/59 torque split (front/rear), while a mechanical limited slip center differential helps apportion that power fore and aft in one of three automatic modes. A manual mode lets drivers pick one of six pre-selected center differential locking levels for various driving situations.
Another element of the WRX STI’s performance arsenal is Active Torque Vectoring, which uses the car’s stability and traction control systems to apply brake pressure to the inside front wheels for more neutral cornering. Notably, the stability control gives drivers the choice of three settings – normal, traction control only and off.
Further choices are offered up by Subaru’s Intelligent Drive – or SI-Drive – powertrain management system, which features Intelligent, Sport and Sport Sharp modes accessed by a center console-mounted dial. Intelligent delivers a more relaxed feel, while Sport and Sport Sharp dial up responses for extra driving fun.
Unlike the standard WRX, as well as the Impreza economy sedan with which it shares a platform, the STI uses an inverted strut front suspension to improve cornering. Aluminum lower L-arms up front reduce unsprung weight. This stiffened setup delivers a ride that’s firm yet livable for those who regularly traverse maintenance-neglected roads. The upside, of course, is relatively little body roll and impressive agility in turns.
Specifications
Engine : 2.5L H-4
Transmission : 6-spd man w/OD
Zero to 60 mph: 5.3 sec
Power: 305 hp @ 6000 rpm
Curb weight: 3451 lb
Torque: 290 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Displacement : 2457 cm3
Curb Weight : 1395 kg
Base price : $36,095
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