2002 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 63 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A6 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 310 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |