1996 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 385 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2615 mm |