1984 Audi 4000 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1984 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 4000.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 4000. 1984 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 4000 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 4000 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
