1999 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Audi A3. 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Forester | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Forester | A3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2578 mm |
