1998 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1998 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A4 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |