2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi RS4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi RS4 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | RS4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |