2004 Audi TT vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Audi TT is newer by 1 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi TT (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi TT weights approximately 175 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.
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 TT (281 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | TT | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
