2002 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 A6 (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A6 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |