2006 Audi S6 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S6 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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 S6 (732 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S6 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |