2006 Audi TT vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi TT | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | TT | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |