2001 Audi AL2 vs. 2001 Subaru Forester

To start off, both 2001 Audi AL2 and 2001 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Audi AL2. (75 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi AL2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 485 kg more than 2001 Audi AL2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi AL2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi AL2 (330 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm). This means 2001 Audi AL2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi AL2 2001 Subaru Forester
Make Audi Subaru
Model AL2 Forester
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1199 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 75 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 176 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1385 kg
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2530 mm


 

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