2003 Audi LeMans vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 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 377 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Audi LeMans.
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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 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. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Audi LeMans | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | LeMans | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 601 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |