[racer]

Kurt makes a vaild point about the money. As of now the Subie is owned free and clear. It would be sold to have the Audi "free and clear". In that regard, the Subaru is already a "cheaper" car financially. We will get to enjoy more payments when the new "family vehicle" is acquired...

I think Josh summed up the two rather well, and I guess that is my struggle. At times I love the subie for its "roughness" - tinny doors, strong motor, "cheap" looking materials that I don't mind if they get over used at times. The Audi is a great highway car.. smooth, quiet, much better low end torque, better materials as well.