2005 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester.
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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Audi A4 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |