2003 Audi LeMans vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Audi LeMans is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi LeMans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi LeMans weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Audi LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester. 1999 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi LeMans has manual transmission. 2003 Audi LeMans will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Audi LeMans | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | LeMans | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 601 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |