2005 Audi TT vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 112 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | TT | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
