1994 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Forester |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2616 mm |