1993 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi S4 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi S4 (226 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (162 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester.
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, 1993 Audi S4 (353 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1993 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi S4 | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S4 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 162 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
