1999 Audi R8R vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8R would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 1468 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi R8R. 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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | R8R | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
