2006 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 21 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2006 Audi A4 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
