1988 Audi 200 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 200 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 200 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
