1991 Audi S2 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi S2 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi S2 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S2 | Forester |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |