1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester. 1999 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Audi A4 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Forester |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |