2000 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 369 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi A6 (400 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A6 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |