2005 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |