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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 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 | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |