2003 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A6 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |