2005 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 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, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |