2001 Subaru Forester vs. 2003 Audi TT
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Audi TT.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Audi TT. 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, 2003 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester. 2003 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Subaru Forester | 2003 Audi TT | |
Make | Subaru | Audi |
Model | Forester | TT |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |