2003 Audi LeMans vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi LeMans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi LeMans 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 431 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 103 kg more than 2003 Audi LeMans.
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 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi LeMans | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | LeMans | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 601 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |