1999 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (221 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 370 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A4. 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, 1999 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
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1999 Audi A4 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Forester |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2615 mm |