2004 Audi RS6 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 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, 2004 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi RS6 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | RS6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 445 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |