2006 Audi Q7 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 Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 747 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2006 Audi Q7 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 Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi Q7 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | Q7 | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |