1997 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1997 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
