1995 Audi RS2 vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi RS2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi RS2 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi RS2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi RS2 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 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, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi RS2 | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | RS2 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
