2004 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |