2001 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. 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 2011 Audi A3. 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester. 2011 Audi A3 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. 2011 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Forester | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Forester | A3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2578 mm |
