2003 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 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, 2012 Audi RS5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Forester | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
Make | Subaru | Audi |
Model | Forester | RS5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |