2006 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 121 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 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, 2006 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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2006 Audi A4 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 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 | 161 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |