2006 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 333 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 2008 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, 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, both vehicles can yield 225 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2008 Subaru Forester
Make Audi Subaru
Model A4 Forester
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1608 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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