1996 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A6. 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 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 | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2615 mm |
