2006 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (162 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4. 2006 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A4 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |