2005 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |