2002 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 125 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
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2002 Audi A4 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2391 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |