2006 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |