2006 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. 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 A6 (330 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
