1997 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 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 16 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 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 1997 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
