2004 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi S4 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |