2005 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 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 (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
